Kaipo Olsen‑Baker on France rematch mindset: ‘They’ll come out hissing—and so will we’

Black Ferns powerhouse Kaipo Olsen‑Baker has traversed the highs and lows of Rugby World Cup 2025, delivering a colossal semi-final shift—34 carries and 14 tackles—only to come up short against Canada. Now, with France next, her message is clear: expect fire from both sides.

From heartbreak to hard edge

Olsen‑Baker’s semi-final numbers scream effort and intent. Channeling that output into the next challenge is the task, with the Ferns seeking sharper conversion in the 22 and discipline under duress.

What to expect against France

• Confrontation at the gain line—early collisions to set the tone.
• Breakdown accuracy to unlock tempo and width.
• Composure in back-field contests against a savvy kicking game.

“France is going to come out hissing, and so are we,” she says. On that promise, a bruising, breathless encounter beckons.